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Live pogies, mullet, and small bluefish presented near wreck rails catch amberjack when jig bites slow—heavy leaders prevent cutoffs on sharp gill plates. Mate-rigged baits beat DIY knots for first-time wreck anglers.
Sources: Maryland DNR · Visit Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
